Decoded: 7 health benefits of eating a bowl of idli and sambar and 3 potential harms if not made well
Published on: Dec. 27, 2025, 11 a.m. | Source: Times of India
Idli and sambar are often seen as the safest Indian meal, light, steamed, fermented, and easy to digest. They appear on hospital menus, diet plans, and breakfast tables across the country, trusted almost by default. But their health value isn’t guaranteed. Like most traditional foods, the benefits depend on how they’re prepared. When made with care, idli–sambar offers steady energy, gut support, and balanced nutrition. When shortcuts enter the process, the same plate can lose much of its advantage. Here’s a look at what this combination does right and where it can go wrong...
